Moving to Tonga from Serbia

moving to

What to Expect

Considering a move from Serbia to Tonga? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Serbia to Tonga, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Tongan. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

Planning this move? Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from vetted international movers. Get free quotes ↓

Get free moving quotes to Tonga

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Tonga compared to Serbia.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

RS
1.0
TO
0.9
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

RS
7.4
TO
8.5

Serbia generally does better on safety, though Tonga leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

RS
$2,303
TO
$512
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

RS
28.4
TO
10.1

Serbia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Tonga leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

RS
45.0
TO
24.0

Tonga performs significantly better than Serbia across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

RS
29.3
TO
8.0
Internet access The World Factbook, 2021

share of households with internet

RS
81.0%
TO
67.0%

Serbia performs better than Tonga across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

RS
8.7%
TO
2.3%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

RS
$24,500
TO
$6,600

Tonga generally does better on employment & economy, though Serbia leads in gdp per capita.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

RS
74.2 yrs
TO
77.5 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

RS
4.8
TO
12.4

Serbia generally does better on family life, though Tonga leads in life expectancy.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Serbia and Tonga. To live, work, or study long-term in Tonga, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Tonga's immigration authority.

Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting Tonga

Visa Required
Serbia passport holders need a visa to enter Tonga.
Tonga passport

Tonga passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Required
Tonga passport holders need a visa to enter Serbia.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Tonga?

Connectivity is usually fine (Tonga: 8.0 fixed broadband per 100). What actually decides it is legal: does Tonga offer a digital nomad visa, will your employer permit overseas work, and where are you tax-resident?

Is Tonga safe for expats?

Serbia generally does better on safety, though Tonga leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Tonga is 0.9 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.0 in Serbia.

How is healthcare in Tonga compared to Serbia?

Serbia generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Tonga leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 10.1 doctors per 10,000 people in Tonga, compared to 28.4 in Serbia. Tonga scores 57 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Serbia: 72).

What language do they speak in Tonga?

The official languages in Tonga are English and Tongan. In Serbia, the official language is Serbian.

Share this

At a Glance

RS TO
Population 6,739,471 105,517
Currency Serbian Dinar (RSD) Tongan Paʻanga (TOP)
Languages Serbian English, Tongan
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +381 +676
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112